20 Mass. cops on leave for expired gun permits

All the officers are expected to return to work immediately following the renewal of their permits

By Jack Encarnacao
The Patriot Ledger

QUINCY, Mass. — A termination proceeding against a former Quincy police officer that hinged on whether he could carry a gun prompted a spot check that resulted in 14 officers and six supervisors being placed on leave for expired gun licenses.

Capt. John Dougan said the department checked licenses last week and informed the officers on Friday and Monday that they would be placed on paid leave until they renewed their licenses.